1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ 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, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | AZ |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |