1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep, 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, both vehicles can yield 221 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1979 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Holden | Saab |
Model | Kingswood | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |