1985 GMC Jimmy vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 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 60 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 460 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Kingswood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Jimmy | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Jimmy | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
