1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 103 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 451 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord 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 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
