1977 Holden GTS vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Swift is newer by 13 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 147 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 645 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. 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, 1990 Suzuki Swift, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | GTS | Swift |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
