1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Cadillac XLR | |
| Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
| Model | Avanti | XLR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2690 mm |
