1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 32 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, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 57 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Kingswood | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |