1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 16 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
