1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Kingswood | Titan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |
