1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. 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, 1977 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
