1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Tundra |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |