1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 314 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Stream, 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, 2001 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Stream |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
