2008 Honda Element vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 30 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, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS.
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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Element | GTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
