1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 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 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 626 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Sunbird | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
