1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 1 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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1986 Cadillac Allante | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Allante | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |