1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 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 57 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 1 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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Kingswood | 6 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
