1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3590 mm |