2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 934 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Cadillac SRX | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 135 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |