1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1970 Holden Torana

To start off, 1977 Holden Kingswood is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana 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 158 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 1970 Holden Torana
Make Holden Holden
Model Kingswood Torana
Year Released 1977 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5042 cc 1158 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 213 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2440 mm


 

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