1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 28 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 2007 Kia Sedona, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
