1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
