1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird 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 171 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
