1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 1977 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Sunbird | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
