2003 Acura CL vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 17 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Acura CL.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | Allante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |