1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 323 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 2008 Honda Civic. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Aurora | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
