1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 247 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Audi |
| Model | Aurora | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2913 mm |
