2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 361 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Allante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
