1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (291 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 712 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Allante | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Allante | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |