2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1040 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 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover | GTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
