1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 28 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Kingswood | Discovery 3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
