1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Sunbird | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
