1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 375 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Kingswood | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
