1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 28 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
