1978 Holden GTS vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 33 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 808 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | GTS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
