2009 GMC Savana vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 33 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1432 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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Savana | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
