1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 29 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Kingswood | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
