1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 33 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 664 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 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2012 SsangYong Rodius (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Kingswood | Rodius |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |