1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 347 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Aurora | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |