1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 13 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
