1990 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 12 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1990 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Allante | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |