1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 480 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Allante | Torana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
