1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 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 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 272 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
Model | Aurora | Nitro |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |