2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 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 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 167 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
