1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1998 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1998 Mazda MPV is newer by 8 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 54 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MPV weights approximately 132 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda MPV. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1998 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Aurora | MPV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
