2011 Cadillac SRX vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Cadillac SRX | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | SRX | Stanza |
Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2480 mm |