1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 28 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Kingswood | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
