1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 304 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 1999 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Kingswood | S-Type |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |