1977 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 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 73 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 79 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | GTS | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
