1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2010 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 24 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, 2010 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 70 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.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Impala. (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2010 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Allante | Impala |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
