2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 559 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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 (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Freestar | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
