1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Flex |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3000 mm |
