1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2010 Dodge Viper 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 8,400 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Viper weights approximately 187 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Viper (758 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Holden | Dodge |
Model | Kingswood | Viper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 8400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 600 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 758 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1234 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |