1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 28 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 962 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Sunbird | Pickup |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |