1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 3 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 19 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Seville. 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 (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | Allante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |