1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1976 Holden Sunbird and 1976 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Nissan Skyline. 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 (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Sunbird | Skyline |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |