1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 309 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Viper | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
