1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 341 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Allante | Civic |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |