1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 2 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 105 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 666 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara 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 | 1988 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lada |
| Model | Allante | Samara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
