1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 23 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 22 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
| Model | Aurora | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2601 mm |
