1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac DeVille. (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DeVille | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
