1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 11 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Aurora | CTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
