1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Sunbird | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |