2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 869 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | SRX | 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
