1978 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 34 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTS | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
