1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 14 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 282 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element 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 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | Element |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
