1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
