1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 363 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Kingswood | Kadett |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |