1975 Ford Torino vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS.
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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Torino | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Torino | GTS |
Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |