2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | SRX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
