1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 349 kg more than 1980 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Avanti | Cadillac |
Model | Avanti | SRX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |