1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Holden | Lexus |
Model | Kingswood | SC |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |