1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 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, 1996 Volvo 850 (125 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Volvo 850.
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 Volvo 850, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Kingswood | 850 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
