1985 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 182 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | SRX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
