1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 18 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 74 kg more than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Nubira. (184 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Daewoo | Holden |
Model | Nubira | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |