1977 Holden GTS vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 345 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | GTS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
