1990 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1990 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1990 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Venturi Cabriolet | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Venturi | Holden |
| Model | Cabriolet | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
