1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 199 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 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunbird | Touran |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
