1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2002 Toyota Will
To start off, 2002 Toyota Will is newer by 23 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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Will. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 353 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Will is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Will |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
