1978 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | GTS | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
