1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 505 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 Renault Trafic, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Kingswood | Trafic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |