1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 8 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, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Dodge 600.
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, 1988 Dodge 600, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
