1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Sunbird | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3400 mm |