1999 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 21 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Holden GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Safari | GTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |