1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1986 Caterham 1700
To start off, both 1986 Cadillac Allante and 1986 Caterham 1700 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Caterham 1700. (168 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1986 Caterham 1700.
Because 1986 Caterham 1700 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 1986 Caterham 1700. 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. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1986 Caterham 1700 has manual transmission. 1986 Caterham 1700 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 Cadillac Allante | 1986 Caterham 1700 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Caterham |
| Model | Allante | 1700 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
