1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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 75 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 676 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2009 Kia Sorento 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. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Kingswood | Sorento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |