1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 200 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 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 Volvo S60, 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Kingswood | S60 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
