1990 Rover 400 vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 206 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 964 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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 1990 Rover 400. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover 400 | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | 400 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
