1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
