1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable 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, 2008 Mercury Sable 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Allante | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Allante | Sable |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
