1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Allante | Equator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
