1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
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 Nissan Altima, 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 2008 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Kingswood | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |