2012 Mazda 5 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 35 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 56 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 2012 Mazda 5, 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 5 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 5 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1568 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4585 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1615 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
