1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry 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 80 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | Allante | Camry |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |