1978 Holden GTS vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1978 Holden GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | GTS | Prelude |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |