1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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 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 73 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 1996 Honda Civic. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Aurora | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
