2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 169 kg more than 1983 Holden Statesman. 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | SRX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2900 mm |
