2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 32 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 566 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 2009 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LaCrosse | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 213 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |