1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia is newer by 16 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) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 395 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 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, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | Kingswood | Felicia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |