1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Forester |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |