1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Kingswood | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
