2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 4,566 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 868 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
