1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 320 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger, 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, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Dodge | Holden |
Model | Charger | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |