1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Kingswood | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
