2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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 188 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 700 kg more than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac SRX | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | SRX | Blizzard |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2030 mm |