1978 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1180 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden GTS | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | GTS | NV |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 327 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3711 mm |