1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Aurora | Highlander |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |