1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 760 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Celica | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Celica | SRX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
