1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 20 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 473 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 2010 Ford Explorer. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2888 mm |
