1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Because 1976 Holden Statesman 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 1976 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Statesman |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |