2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 366 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac XLR (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | XLR | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
