2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 138 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 707 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
