1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 5 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 490 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Sunbird | 10 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
