1984 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | XLR |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
