2007 Toyota Avanza vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 101 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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:
| 2007 Toyota Avanza | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Avanza | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
