1977 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Suzuki Kizashi 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 (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | GTS | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| 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 | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
