1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 995 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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:
1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Land Rover | Holden |
Model | Range Rover | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |