1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 206 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Kingswood | Sportage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |