1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sunbird | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2950 mm |
