1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (385 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 875 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Kingswood | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
