1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Kingswood | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
