1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Kingswood | Altima |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
