2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SRX | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
