1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Because 1978 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 1978 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL, 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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Holden Sunbird | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Sunbird | EL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2619 mm |
