1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 489 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 Toyota Tundra. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3221 mm |
