1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 17 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 512 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
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, 1978 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Caterham 21 | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Caterham | Holden |
Model | 21 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |