1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Corolla |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |