1987 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Mustang 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 211 more horse power than 1987 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang. 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 1987 Ford Mustang. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Mustang | SRX |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |