2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 696 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 1000. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | XLR | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
