1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante 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 62 more horse power than 1987 Renault 25. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Renault 25. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 25. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Allante | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
