1985 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 551 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. 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 1985 Buick Electra. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2006 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | SRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2960 mm |
