2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 419 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.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden GTS. (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Canyon | GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
