1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 26 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | Carol |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |