1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 37 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1314 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Sunbird | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2745 mm |