2011 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 851 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford F-150 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-150 | GTS |
Year Released | 2011 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2326 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2830 mm |