1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |