1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 18 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 327 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 2011 Hyundai Equus 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 2011 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac Allante. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Allante | Equus |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3045 mm |
