2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2004 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Mondial. (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
