2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 779 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (423 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet. 2006 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1979 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1979 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Violet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
