1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 443 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.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Sunbird | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2725 mm |