1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1978 Volvo 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 48 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | Sunbird | 66 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
