1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 1995 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 362 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. 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, 1995 Opel Astra, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Kingswood | Astra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1008 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |