1977 Holden GTS vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 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 44 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | GTS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
