1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Kingswood | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2947 mm |