1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 27 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
