1978 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | GTS | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2425 mm |
