1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 482 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Aurora | Ram |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |