1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 25 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 359 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Kingswood | LS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
