1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Getz is newer by 26 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, 2006 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 268 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2006 Hyundai Getz, 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 @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Kingswood | Getz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |