1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 690 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 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Sunbird | RX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |
