1977 Holden GTS vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2001 TVR Griffith 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, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
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, 2001 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | GTS | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
