1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 527 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Kingswood | Kyron |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |