1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Kingswood | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
