2004 Honda NSX vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 27 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, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | NSX | GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
