2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
