1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 3 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1973 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aurora | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
