1971 Buick GS vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 157 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | GS | GTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
