2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 27 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | TrailBlazer | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |