1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 21 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Aurora | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
