2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
