1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Kingswood | Jazz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 151 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |