2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 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 237 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 742 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | 616 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| 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 | 316 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
