1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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 91 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2010 Lexus IS 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Allante | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Allante | IS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2731 mm |