1996 Honda Legend vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 20 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 458 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.
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, 1996 Honda Legend, 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 (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Legend | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
