1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saturn |
| Model | Allante | Vue |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
