2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 489 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Tacoma | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2590 mm |
