1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (169 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 8 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Allante | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
