2007 Acura RDX vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 21 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, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (169 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | RDX | Allante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
