1977 Holden GTS vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Holden GTS 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 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, 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 GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | GTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
