1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
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 (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Allante | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
