2010 Dodge Challenger vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 33 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 307 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.
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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Challenger | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Challenger | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5022 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1923 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2830 mm |
