1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. Both 1971 Holden Statesman and 1977 Holden GTS are equipped with a 5,042 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman.
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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Statesman | GTS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
