2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 531 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 604. 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 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | SRX | 604 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
