1990 Toyota MR2 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1990 Toyota MR2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Toyota MR2 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | MR2 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |