2005 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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, 2005 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 255 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, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
