2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Golf | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |