2007 Ford Territory vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 31 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 856 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Territory | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Territory | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1897 cc |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |