1978 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | GTS | Elise |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |