1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 19 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 75 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | Levante |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |