1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 33 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.

Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Holden Suzuki
Model Kingswood Kizashi
Year Released 1977 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5042 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 213 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2700 mm


 

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