2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 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 226 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 504 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | 929 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
