1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 70 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1995 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 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
