1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante 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 206 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 478 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo S40 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 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Allante | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
