1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz G 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 75 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 292 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1985 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aurora | G |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |