1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Sunbird | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |