1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 120 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, 2012 Honda CR-V, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V. 2012 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Kingswood | CR-V |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |