1976 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, both 1976 Chevrolet Corvette and 1976 Holden Sunbird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
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) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 436 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |