1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 1976 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (259 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
