1977 Holden GTS vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | GTS | GTS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |