2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet 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 379 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet.
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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Violet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
