1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Allante 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 1999 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Allante | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
