1977 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1977 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTS | Raider |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3340 mm |
