1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 725 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 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Sunbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Sunbird | Crosstour |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1898 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2797 mm |