2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1993 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 238 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1993 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | Allante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
