2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 29 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1347 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Avalanche | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
