1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper 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 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 457 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Viper (913 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
