1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 128 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kingswood | Golf |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
