2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | GTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |