1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Sunbird | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
