2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 31 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 666 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.
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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | GTS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
