1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Kingswood | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
