1978 Holden GTS vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 35 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 38 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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, 2013 Nissan Cube, 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden GTS | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | GTS | Cube |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
