1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 4 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 257 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. 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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
