1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Cadillac Allante were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | 100 | Allante |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1921 cc | 4087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |