1992 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 124 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 1976 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
