1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 162 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Holden Statesman. 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
