1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 36 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 760 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Kingswood | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Kingswood | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |