2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Camaro | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |