1985 Cadillac Seville vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1985 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac Seville (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 334 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac Seville | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
