1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 33 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | Kingswood | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |