1982 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1982 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1982 Buick Estate. 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 1982 Buick Estate. 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, 1982 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Estate | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | SRX |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6596 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2807 mm |