1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kingswood | SLK |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |