2009 Cadillac XLR vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Cadillac XLR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F 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 242 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac XLR | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
