1979 Holden GTS vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTS | Polo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
