1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Kingswood | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |