1978 Holden GTS vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | GTS | NSX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |