2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1325 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Range Rover | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
