1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 205 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbird | MR-S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
