2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 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 222 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 744 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | 616 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
