2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1990 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Laser 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 168 more horse power than 1990 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1990 Ford Laser. 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 1990 Ford Laser. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1990 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
