2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1165 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |