1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Tata Indica
To start off, 2004 Tata Indica is newer by 27 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Tata Indica, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Tata Indica | |
Make | Holden | Tata |
Model | Kingswood | Indica |
Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |