1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1984 Hyundai Stellar is newer by 8 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 37 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunbird | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
