1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 23 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 401 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon, 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 (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avalon. 1999 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbird | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
