2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 28 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1087 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Kingswood has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Kingswood will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Avalanche | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
