1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 167 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 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-Z, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Kingswood | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2436 mm |
