2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 1977 Holden Sunbird has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Sunbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Roadster | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
