2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 697 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2830 mm |
