1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | Kingswood | 460 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |