1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Aurora | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |