1980 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 18 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1993 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Electra | Allante |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |