1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 23 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Allante | C8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
