1978 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 38 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 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 Volkswagen CC, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | GTS | CC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2708 mm |
