1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1971 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 1971 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Kingswood | CJ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
