1979 Holden Kingswood vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Holden Kingswood is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden Kingswood (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden Kingswood | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Kingswood | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 221 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |