1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 22 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 305 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 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Sunbird | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
