1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 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, 1994 Land Rover Defender (182 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender 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 | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Allante | Defender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
