2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1975 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. 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 1975 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1975 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |
