1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 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 95 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 471 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Kingswood | Rexton |
Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |