2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac XLR | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Cadillac | Plymouth |
Model | XLR | Volare |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 443 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |