1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 22 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 126 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Kingswood | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
