1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Mazda 121 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 121. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 770 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Allante | 121 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
