1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Allante | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2875 mm |
