1977 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 480 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 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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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 (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot. 2011 Honda Pilot 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. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | GTS | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
