1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 877 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Holden | Lincoln |
Model | Kingswood | Navigator |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3020 mm |