1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 20 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 1 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. 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, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l. (120 Nm). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Micros 3l | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2830 mm |