2002 Ford Focus vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2002 Ford Focus, 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Focus | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |