1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1116 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Holden Kingswood | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Tundra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3700 mm |