1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
