1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Kingswood | Civic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |