1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 540 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest. 2005 Nissan Quest 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. 2005 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Quest |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3160 mm |
