1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Kingswood | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2512 mm |