1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 245 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Kingswood | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
