2000 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Volvo 140
To start off, 2000 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 140 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 178 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 140. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 140.
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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 140. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | 140 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
