2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1978 Holden GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Avalon | GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
