2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 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) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 264 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | 760 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
