1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster 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 Toyota Camry, 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2358 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
