1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1997 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 17 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, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 1997 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Kingswood | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
