1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 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 128 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |