1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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 Toyota Camry, 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) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
