1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
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, 2008 Kia Cerato, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Kingswood | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
