1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1987 Cadillac Allante and 1987 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 383 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Cadillac Allante | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Allante | Sierra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2540 mm |