1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 341 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 Dodge CHARGER. 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 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Aurora | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3052 mm |
