1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 731 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Sunbird | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
