2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 227 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (421 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
