1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 439 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Allante | 206 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
