2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 294 kg more than 1973 Volvo 164. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac XLR | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | 164 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
