2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 461 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SRX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
