1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Allante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 Cadillac Allante | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Allante | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
