1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 976 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunbird | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2893 mm |
