2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 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 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | 343 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
