1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 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 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 237 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbird | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
