1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 798 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life 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 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Aurora | Life |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |