1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 833 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 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Holden | GMC |
Model | Kingswood | Acadia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |