1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1334 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Holden Toyota
Model Kingswood Sequoia
Year Released 1977 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4141 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4550 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 3100 mm


 

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