1979 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic 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, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 202 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS.
Because 1979 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 1979 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Holden GTS | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | GTS | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
