1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1994 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1994 Subaru Vivio is newer by 14 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 716 kg more than 1994 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Subaru Vivio, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 1994 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Vivio |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |