1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 758 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Allante | Durango |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
