1979 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 28 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 649 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | GTS | Navara |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
