1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Kingswood | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1802 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
