1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 977 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 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunbird | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2893 mm |
