2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 580 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Sprinter | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |
