1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 22 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aurora | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
