1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Sunbird | Frontier |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |