1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Aurora | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2857 mm |
