2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 771 kg more than 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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 1985 Toyota Soarer. 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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Soarer. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
