1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Kingswood | Astra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
