1978 Holden GTS vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro 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 42 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | GTS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
