1978 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird

To start off, both 1978 Buick Skyhawk and 1978 Holden Sunbird were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Buick Skyhawk 1978 Holden Sunbird
Make Buick Holden
Model Skyhawk Sunbird
Year Released 1978 1978
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1897 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 96 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2590 mm


 

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