2009 Ford Ka vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Ka, 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ka | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
