1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Kingswood | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
