1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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 Jetta, 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (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 Jetta. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kingswood | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
