2000 Audi TT vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 14 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Allante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Allante (324 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (245 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1986 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT 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:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | Allante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
