1978 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 293 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | GTS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
