1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Aurora | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
