1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 440 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Cadillac Seville 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 1977 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira. 1977 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
