1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1984 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 1984 Lancia Trevi is newer by 7 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 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 113 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Lancia Trevi. 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, 1984 Lancia Trevi, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1984 Lancia Trevi | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Kingswood | Trevi |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |