1978 Holden GTS vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | GTS | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
