1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2001 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus is newer by 15 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Stratus. (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2001 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Allante | Stratus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |
