2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2008 Ford Expedition 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. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Expedition | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
