1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Kingswood | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
