1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 35 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey. 2012 Dodge Journey 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. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Holden | Dodge |
Model | Kingswood | Journey |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2891 mm |