1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo 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 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 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen Saxo, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Saxo | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2830 mm |
