2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 29 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 276 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.
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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | XLR | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1380 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 |
