1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 31 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 183 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Kingswood | Getz |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1187 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 |