2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline 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 227 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline. 1985 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
