1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 409 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1977 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunbird | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
