1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
