1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1996 Saturn SL
To start off, 1996 Saturn SL 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 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 9 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SL. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 284 kg more than 1996 Saturn SL. 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, 1996 Saturn SL, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SL. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1996 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Holden | Saturn |
| Model | Kingswood | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
