1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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 (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Sunbird | Speedster |
Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2340 mm |