1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kingswood | Passat |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
