2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 1979 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | S2000 | GTS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |