1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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 37 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 388 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Aurora | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
