2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1979 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 30 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1979 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Suburban | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
