2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 725 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
| Model | SRX | Velox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
