1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (165 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 535 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |