1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 74 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Cadillac Allante | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Allante | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1511 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |