1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 96 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2000 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 2000 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Sunbird | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
