1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 113 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.
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 Tucson, 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Kingswood | Tucson |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |