2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 534 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
Model | XLR | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 428 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |