1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 20 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 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
