1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
