1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 7 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. 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 (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Sunbird | 11 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
