1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Kingswood | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
