1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Mazda 929 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
