1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 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 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 55 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
