2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet 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 230 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 694 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
