1991 Cadillac Allante

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1991 Cadillac Allante

The Allante was once again available as a convertible or as a convertible hardtop that included both a convertible top and a removable all-aluminum hardtop.

The engine (cast iron cylinders in aluminum) was the same 4.5 liter V8 and F-7 four-speed automatic transaxle that was used in 1990. However, the engine had a new air intake resonator for quieter performance. The resonator remove a little bit of the roar when driving up a hill, but the exhaust note was the same as in 1990. Engine power was improved through the use of straighter intake ports and larger valves (45mm intake and 38mm exhaust). The exhaust was evacuated through thin-wall, cast iron manifolds that were shaped for minimum flow resistance. Also, to help reduce oil aeration, a new gear-rotor-type oil pump was added to the engine.

1991 Cadillac Allante

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1991 Cadillac Allante

Final drive ratio was 3.21:1. The Allante's chassis was also upgraded with the second-generation speed-dependent damping system added as standard equipment. With this system, damping-select time was reduced for faster response to road inputs and vehicle speed changes. It also offered enhanced lift and dive control as well as improved diagnostics. Allante continued to offer the Bosch III antilock braking system and traction control as standard equipment. The traction control system was refined for 1991 with the addition of rubber isolated plungers that reduced noise when the system was engaged. Allante's variable-assist rack-and-pinion power steering system was also improved with a revised pump and adapter that resulted in quieter operation and enhanced reliability.

1991 Cadillac Allante

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1991 Cadillac Allante

The convertible featured an improved, Phase II ergonomically-designed, power-fastening, folding soft top.

Inside, the Allante's previous light charcoal interior carpeting and floor mats were replaced with dark charcoal counterparts.


STYLE

ModelSeriesBody/StyleBody TypeFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
AllanteVR3R672-dr. Conv. HT$60,8003537 lb2500
AllanteVS3S672-dr. Conv.$55,2503480 lb

V.I.N. DATA

The 1991 Cadillac had a 17-symbol vehicle identification number (VIN) stamped on a metal tag attached to the upper left surface of the cowl visible through the windshield.
The first digit "1" represented the manufacturing country (United States)
The second "G" represented General Motors
The third "6" represented Cadillac
The fourth and fifth "VR" represented Allante convertible hardtop
The fourth and fifth "VS" represented Allante convertible
The sixth "3" represented the body style: convertible
The seventh "1" represented active (manual) belts
The seventh "3" represented active (manual) belts with driver's side airbag
The seventh "4" represented passive (automatic) belts
The eighth "8" represented the LQ6 4.5L V-8
The ninth is a check digit
The tenth "M" is the model year for 1991
The eleventh is the assembly plant
The remaining six digits identify the production sequence number

ENGINE

Type90-degree, overhead valve, V-8, aluminum block and cast iron cylinder liners, cast iron cylinder heads
Displacement273 cu. in. (4.5 liters)
Bore & Stroke3.62 in. x 3.31 in.
Compression ratio9.0:1
Brake horsepower200 @ 4400 rpm
Torque270 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
Main bearingsFive
Valve liftersRoller hydraulic
Fuel supplyTuned port fuel injection

CHASSIS

Wheelbase99.4 in2.525 m
Overall length178.7 in4.539m
Height51.2 in1.3m
Width73.5 in1.867m
Front tread60.3 in1.532m
Rear tread60.4 in1.534m
Standard tireGoodyear Eagle VL P225/55VR16

DRIVETRAIN

TransmissionTHM-F7 automatic four-speed transaxle (includes viscous converter clutch)
SteeringPower-assisted rack and pinion
Steering Ratio15.6:1
Front suspensionIndependent MacPherson strut with coil springs, strut-type shock absorbers, integral-in strut and electronic variable, and stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionFully independent transverse monoleaf with integral-instrut electronic variable shock absorbers, no rear stabilizer
BrakesPower assisted front disc and rear disc with Bosch II ABS
Body constructionintegral body-frame
Fuel tank22 gal.
Curb Weight3537 lb

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS

Standard Seating2
Headroom - front37.2 in.
Legroom - front43.2 in.
Hip Room - front54.4 in.
Shoulder Room - front57.7 in.
Turning Diameter (left)40 ft.
Turning Diameter (right)40 ft.
Fuel Economy (city / hwy)15 / 22 mpg (US)

CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS

digital instrument cluster (convertible only)$495
pearl white paint (convertible only)$700

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