2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 30 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, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150. 2007 Ford E-150 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. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-150 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
