1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 16 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 300 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Falcon | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
