1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville 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 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Allante | Seville |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |