1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1978 Holden Sunbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Sunbird | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |