1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 30 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Kingswood | Clio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
