1984 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1984 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Estate | SRX |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1889 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |