1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tazz 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Tazz, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Toyota Tazz | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Tazz |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1296 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |