2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
