1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 262 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana. 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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Sunbird | Torana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
