1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 Suzuki Swift 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Kingswood | Swift |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |