1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 732 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Allante | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3380 mm |
