2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1968 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 904 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac SRX 1968 Toyota Corona
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model SRX Corona
Year Released 2006 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 1857 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 201 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1889 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 51 L


 

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