2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 104 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
