1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. Both 1976 Holden Sunbird and 1965 Toyota Crown are equipped with a 1,897 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbird | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
