2012 Ford Fusion vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 35 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 38 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 136 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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Fusion | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Fusion | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2830 mm |