1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2001 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2001 Toyota Soarer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 390 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2001 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2001 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Soarer |
Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |