1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Allante | Armada |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 5555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |