1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 205 is newer by 7 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, 1986 Peugeot 205 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
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, 1986 Peugeot 205, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Kingswood | 205 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
