1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1271 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Kingswood | E-150 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |