1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 69 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Kingswood | i30 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
