1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 23 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 574 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 (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Sunbird | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
