2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 25 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 535 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 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
