1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2004 Kia Optima
To start off, 2004 Kia Optima is newer by 18 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, 2004 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 103 kg more than 2004 Kia Optima.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Optima. (245 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2004 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Allante | Optima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
