1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1999 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Opel Astra 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 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. 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, 1999 Opel Astra, 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1999 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Kingswood | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
