1978 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1978 Holden GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTS | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
