1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 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 193 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 918 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 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.
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1993 Cadillac Allante | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Allante | 205 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2430 mm |