1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 26 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Allante | Malibu |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |