1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 247 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2799 mm |
