1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 15 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, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 1992 Ford Festiva, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Festiva | GTS |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |