1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 19 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile 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 96 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Aurora | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |
