1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 35 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 202 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunbird | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
