1980 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 536 kg more than 1980 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Fairlane | SRX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |