2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 334 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
