2010 Toyota Corolla vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Holden Sunbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Corolla | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Corolla | Sunbird |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4539 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2590 mm |