1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 36 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Sunbird | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
