1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 90 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 470 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Kingswood | Terrano |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |