1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 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 25 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 233 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | 616 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
