1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1968 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Elan (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 940 kg more than 1968 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 1968 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Kingswood | Elan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
