1979 Holden GTS vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | GTS | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
