1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 227 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Holden | Scion |
| Model | Sunbird | tC |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
