1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1162 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunbird | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2855 mm |
