1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet. 1979 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun Violet has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Datsun Violet | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Datsun | Holden |
Model | Violet | GTS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |