1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1979 Mazda 929 is newer by 3 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 21 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
