2005 Acura RSX vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 19 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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Acura RSX. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Acura RSX. 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) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (191 Nm). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RSX | Allante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
