1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 19 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allante | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4250 mm |
