1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 618 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Allante | Camry |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
