1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 21 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 63 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 66 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, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | PT Cruiser | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |