1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 661 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 2006 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Quattro | SRX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
