1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 31 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 972 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Sunbird | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2832 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |