2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
