1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 284 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac SRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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 (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | SRX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |
