2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | XLR | 245 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
