1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 560 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen Golf | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Golf | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |