1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1970 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1980 Holden Kingswood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 260 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1970 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Kingswood | 404 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
