1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2010 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2010 Dodge Dakota is newer by 34 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Dakota (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Dakota. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2010 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | Sunbird | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3340 mm |
