1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 28 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, 2007 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Kingswood | 807 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |