1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kingswood | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
