2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 32 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 797 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Explorer | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2590 mm |
