1975 Audi 100 vs. 2004 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 910 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2004 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | 100 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
