1977 Holden GTS vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 25 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 51 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | GTS | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
