2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1980 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 23 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 84 kg more than 1980 Holden Statesman. 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, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1980 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Seville | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
