1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 22 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 57 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Today |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
