1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Seville | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |