2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2004 Cadillac XLR is newer by 25 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac XLR (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac XLR | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
