2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taurus | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2830 mm |
