1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 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 13 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 533 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Cadillac | De Tomaso |
Model | Allante | Guara |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |