1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Renault 5. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 727 kg more than 1987 Renault 5. 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 (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 5 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 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Allante | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
