2005 Cadillac XLR vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 194 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 544 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac XLR | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | XLR | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |