1987 Cadillac Allante vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Allante. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 419 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 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX 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 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Allante | JX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2901 mm |
