1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1975 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 873 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1975 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Cadillac | Sunbeam |
| Model | Aurora | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2090 mm |
