1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 17 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 158 kg more than 1979 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Kingswood | Firebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |