1996 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Cadillac Aurora
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 6 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 562 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1990 Cadillac Aurora | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Cobra | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4465 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
