1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 1999 Vector M12 is newer by 19 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vector M12 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Vector |
| Model | Kingswood | M12 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
