1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 6 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 480 kg more than 1985 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Holden Kingswood 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (96 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Kingswood | Pony |
Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |