1977 Holden GTS vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | GTS | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
