1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 22 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 95 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | S-10 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |
