1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1976 Holden Sunbird and 1976 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 159 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Holden | Datsun |
Model | Sunbird | 280Z |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2304 mm |