1992 Eagle Summit vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1992 Eagle Summit is newer by 15 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, 1992 Eagle Summit (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 115 kg more than 1992 Eagle Summit.
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, 1992 Eagle Summit, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Eagle Summit | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Eagle | Holden |
| Model | Summit | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
