1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F 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 93 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Model F 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 1988 Toyota Model F. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Allante | Model F |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 140 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 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2240 mm |
