2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 217 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.
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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | GTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
