1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 377 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 (373 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Allante | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2720 mm |