1978 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Honda Stream

To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 27 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, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Honda Stream, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Holden GTS 2005 Honda Stream
Make Holden Honda
Model GTS Stream
Year Released 1978 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4141 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4550 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 327 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1428 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2630 mm