2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Chevette 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 265 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 780 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. 2009 Cadillac XLR has automatic transmission and 1984 Vauxhall Chevette has manual transmission. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette 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 | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | XLR | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
