1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1998 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 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 166 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 488 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Patrol. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Patrol. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1998 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Allante | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
