1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 21 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Kingswood | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |