1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1372 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Sunbird | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3023 mm |
