1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Kingswood | Commander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
