1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 229 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | Allante | 200 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
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 Weight | 1585 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4948 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2766 mm |