2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac XLR (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 651 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 2009 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1979 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1979 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | XLR | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
