2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1985 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1985 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Statesman.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1985 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
