1977 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | GTS | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 213 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |