1999 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | Allante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 532 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
