1978 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 559 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | GTS | Exige |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
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 | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |