1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 292 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.
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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Aurora | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2815 mm |
