2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2590 mm |
