1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 18 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Sunbird | Venture |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |