1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 571 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Allante | Durango |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
