1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 19 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |