1977 Holden GTS vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 22 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 9 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | GTS | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
