2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | GTS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
