1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 17 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, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
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, 1994 Holden Nova, 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Kingswood | Nova |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
