1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 940 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Charger | SRX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
