1977 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 35 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 27 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, 2012 Kia Sportage, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | GTS | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
