1978 Holden GTS vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 30 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 1978 Holden GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Toyota Camry 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. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | GTS | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |