1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 26 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 10 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Kingswood | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
