1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 23 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 109 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (224 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-150 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
