1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1980 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1980 Holden Kingswood and 1980 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Firebird (135 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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 | 1980 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Kingswood | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
