2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane 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 189 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 8 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | XLR | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
