1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 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, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Allante | WX 01 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
