1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 28 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1432 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.
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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Sunbird | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
