1975 Mazda 1000 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mazda 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 1000 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 1000 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 1000 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2807 mm |
