1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 711 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allante | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
