2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 316 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
