1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1985 Saab 900
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 900 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 69 more horse power than 1985 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 410 kg more than 1985 Saab 900. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1985 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Allante | 900 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
