2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 389 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2830 mm |
