1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 31 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dacia Logan, 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Holden | Dacia |
Model | Kingswood | Logan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |