1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 26 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 457 kg more than 1987 Cadillac Allante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Cadillac Allante 2013 Honda Ridgeline
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Allante Ridgeline
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4087 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 5700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 2047 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5255 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1786 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 83 L


 

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