2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 599 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 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 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
