1977 Holden GTS vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 17 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1977 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | GTS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
