2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 249 kg more than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
