1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Avanti Avanti. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 65 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | GTS |
Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |