1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 30 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 824 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Holden | Hummer |
| Model | Kingswood | H3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
