1977 Holden GTS vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla, 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | GTS | Corolla |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |