2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Lumina | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
