1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac SRX. (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Crown Victoria | SRX |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 308 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |