1999 Dodge Stealth vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (283 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Stealth 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 Dodge Stealth 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, 1999 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Stealth | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Stealth | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
