1994 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 590 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.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
