1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 14 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Lumina | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2472 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
