1977 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 33 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | GTS | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |
