1979 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 31 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 841 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 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | GTS | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |