1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1989 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet APV 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 177 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 118 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet APV. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1989 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allante | APV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
