1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. 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 Volvo S60. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
