1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1990 Cadillac Allante and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 19 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Allante. 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. 1990 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Allante | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Allante | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
