2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny 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 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Sunny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |