1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Because 1979 Ford Thunderbird 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 1979 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V, 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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | CR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |