2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 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 364 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | XLR | 616 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
