1977 Holden GTS vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 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 116 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | GTS | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
