1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Kia Joice 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, both vehicles can yield 135 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 428 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice.
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 Kia Joice, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2000 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Joice |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2730 mm |
