1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 553 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.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Sunbird | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2832 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
