1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 425 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 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Allante | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
