1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1997 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1997 Opel Frontera is newer by 21 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 519 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.
Because 1997 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Opel Frontera (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1997 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Sunbird | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
