1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord, 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Kingswood | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
