1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 29 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 79 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Kingswood | 807 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |