1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 20 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 42 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 594 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | Sunbird | Voyager |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4143 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |