1990 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 3 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, 1987 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1987 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Allante |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
