1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 221 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 828 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Allante | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
