2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Rebel. 2005 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1971 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1971 Reliant Rebel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Reliant |
| Model | XLR | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
