2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 746 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
