1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 13 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 198 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Allante | Baja |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
