1978 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 146 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue.
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, 2010 Saturn Vue, 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Holden | Saturn |
| Model | GTS | Vue |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
