1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Fairlane | GTS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2830 mm |
