1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 25 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, 2002 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 60 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Kingswood | IS |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |