1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 24 kg more 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | Allante | S60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
