1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 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 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
