1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 19 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 385 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Eldorado | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |