2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 680 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 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC90 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Volvo | Holden |
| Model | XC90 | GTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
