1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Cadillac Allante (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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. 1987 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Allante | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Allante | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
