1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 40 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Kingswood | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |