1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1990 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Acclaim 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 145 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1990 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
| Model | Allante | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
