1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Acura RDX
To start off, 2013 Acura RDX is newer by 27 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, 2013 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura RDX weights approximately 159 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 2013 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura RDX 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, 2013 Acura RDX (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Acura |
| Model | Allante | RDX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1678 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
