1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR

To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 2005 Cadillac XLR
Make Buick Cadillac
Model Electra XLR
Year Released 1980 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5032 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 138 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2690 mm


 

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