1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 19 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, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 177 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 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Aurora | GS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
