1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Kingswood | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |