1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser is newer by 14 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, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 26 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser 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 | 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Allante | Panel Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
