1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Kingswood | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
