1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 97 more horse power than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 98 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2930 mm |
