1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 349 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 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
