1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 384 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Allante | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Allante | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
