1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 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 186 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 676 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1990 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1990 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Allante | 440 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
