1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 930. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 690 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930. 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 1980 Porsche 930. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 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:
1980 Porsche 930 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 930 | SRX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |