1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (258 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Kingswood | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |