2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | SRX | 30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
