2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Laurel 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 225 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 514 kg more than 1980 Nissan Laurel. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | XLR | Laurel |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |