1993 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 644 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1993 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Town & Country | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
