2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 Cadillac Allante. 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Allante |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
