1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Brougham | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Brougham | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |