2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Holden GTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | GTS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2830 mm |