1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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 (224 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Sunbird | Elise |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |
