1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Kingswood | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |