1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2006 Ford S-Max 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 153 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford S-Max. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2006 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Ford S-Max | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Allante | S-Max |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |