2003 Acura CL vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 23 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, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Acura CL, 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | CL | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
