1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Kingswood | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3250 mm |
