1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1970 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1970 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Sunbird | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2400 mm |
