1977 Holden GTS vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 36 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 425 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | GTS | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3570 mm |
