1971 Renault 10 vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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 Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | 10 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
